Evan Gessner
About Evan Gessner
Evan Gessner is a lawyer based in Columbia, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2027. Evan Gessner is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Litigation - Insurance
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Collins & Lacy PC
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 2008
Location: Columbia, SC
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